{"id":2039623,"date":"2026-07-12T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2039623"},"modified":"2026-07-12T11:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T08:00:00","slug":"these-are-the-best-65-inch-tvs-ive-tested-for-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2039623","title":{"rendered":"These Are the Best 65-Inch TVs I\u2019ve Tested for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/278564a4cd63aeafae22347039d7c6fe831bbc8f\/hub\/2022\/04\/25\/73e6e6b3-9db3-4ed7-a510-2d5a36a81ac6\/how-we-test-tv-lab-nyc-2022-david-katzmaier-007.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=675&amp;width=1200&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-f1618258-8060-4665-9e11-e94a4f20e0ba\" class=\"c-pageArticle_body sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12 lg:u-col-start-0 u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-pageArticle_content sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12 c-pageArticle_content-izeBestList\">\n<div class=\"u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent_leftRail sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-4 lg:u-col-start-0 u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-11\">\n<div data-cy=\"bylineCard\" class=\"c-articleBylineCard c-articleBylineCard_bestList\">\n<h2 class=\"c-articleBylineCard_header c-articleBylineCard_izeBestList\">\n    Our Experts<br \/>\n  <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-articleBylineCard_authorContainer\">\n<div data-cy=\"bylineCard_images\" class=\"c-articleBylineCard_authorImages-noinfo\">\n<div class=\"c-articleBylineCard_image g-container-round c-articleBylineCard_image-0\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/36d460c9e8ba9fb8ed5c388625494e33cf3bb9a9\/hub\/2012\/12\/05\/0b473d5e-870a-11e3-9955-14feb5ca9861\/Ty_Pendlebury.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=96&amp;width=96\" alt=\"Headshot of Ty Pendlebury\" height=\"96\" width=\"96\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-articleBylineCard_meta-noinfo single\">\n<div class=\"c-articleBylineCard__authorName-noinfo\">\n<address class=\"c-articleBylineCard_authorNameContainer\"><span class=\"c-articleBylineCard_writtenBy g-text-xsmall\">Written by\u00a0<\/span><span data-cy=\"bylineCard_link\" class=\"c-articleBylineCard_link c-articleBylineCard_link-0\"><br \/>\n              Ty Pendlebury<br \/>\n            <\/span><\/address>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-articleBylineCard_date-updated g-outer-spacing-top-small\">\n<div class=\"c-globalUpdatedDate\">\n  Article updated on\u00a0<time datetime=\"2026-07-12T04:00:00-0800\">July 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM PDT<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"author-card-0\" class=\"col-5 c-globalAuthorCard\">\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_head\">\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_picture\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/1c2de43ecbb7d50d70ece397e12791b0e8da80e8\/hub\/2012\/12\/05\/0b473d5e-870a-11e3-9955-14feb5ca9861\/Ty_Pendlebury.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=84&amp;width=84\" alt=\"Headshot of Ty Pendlebury\" height=\"84\" width=\"84\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_info\"><span class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_name\">Ty Pendlebury<\/span><span>Editor<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_bio\">Ty Pendlebury is CNET&#8217;s senior editor for TV and home audio, and author of the daily Insider newsletter. He has rigorously tested, reviewed and written about AV equipment for the company since 2006. He has a cat named after one of the best TVs ever made.<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_details\"><span>Expertise<\/span><span class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_description\">Ty has worked for radio, print, and online publications, and has been writing about home entertainment since 2004. He is an avid record collector and streaming music enthusiast.<\/span><span>Credentials<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_description\">\n<li>Ty was nominated for Best New Journalist at the Australian IT Journalism awards, but he has only ever won one thing. As a youth, he was awarded a free session for the photography studio at a local supermarket.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_linkWrapper\">See full bio<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_metaContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_header sm:u-hidden\"><span class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_title g-text-small\"><br \/>\n        Why You Can Trust CNET<br \/>\n      <\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_metrics\">\n<div data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_category\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_category\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_value g-inner-spacing-right-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_valueContainer\"><span>30+<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_topic\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_topic\">Years of Experience<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_category\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_category\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_value g-inner-spacing-right-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_valueContainer\"><span>35<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_topic\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_topic\">Product Reviewers<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_category\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_category\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_value g-inner-spacing-right-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_valueContainer\"><span>15k<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_topic\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_topic\">Sq. Feet of Lab Space<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_disclosureContainer\">\n<p data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_message\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_message g-text-xxsmall\">CNET staff &#8212; not advertisers, partners or business interests &#8212; determine how we review products and services. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_disclosureLinks u-flexbox-row\">\n        Reviews ethics statement<\/p>\n<p>        How we test\n        <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaq g-container-rounded-small c-shortcodeFaq-leftRail u-hidden\">\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_header\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaq_header c-shortcodeFaq_header-collapsed\">\n<p id=\"f567e3cc-2a3d-4e0e-8f0e-a716e2fb859c\" data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_title\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaq_title\">\n      What to consider\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_sections\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaq_sections\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion c-shortcodeFaq_question c-shortcodeFaqQuestion-leftRail\">\n<div role=\"button\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_header\">\n<p data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_questionCollapse\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_question g-text-bold\">\n      Price\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_answer\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_answer\">\n<p>TVs range in price from $100 to more than $2,000. Smaller screens are cheaper, well-known brands are more expensive and spending more money can also get you better image quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion c-shortcodeFaq_question c-shortcodeFaqQuestion-leftRail\">\n<div role=\"button\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_header\">\n<p data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_questionCollapse\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_question g-text-bold\">\n      Screen size\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_answer\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_answer\">\n<p>Bigger is better in our book. We recommend a size of at least 43 inches for a bedroom TV and at least 55 inches for a living room or main TV &#8212; and 65 inches or larger is best.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion c-shortcodeFaq_question c-shortcodeFaqQuestion-leftRail\">\n<div role=\"button\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_header\">\n<p data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_questionCollapse\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_question g-text-bold\">\n      Capability\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_answer\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_answer\">\n<p>Finding a worthwhile smart TV system is most important for entry-level TVs. High-end TVs are more about picture quality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_toolbar u-hidden\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_productsList\">\n<p class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_versus\">vs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_compareCta\"><span>Compare<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_table u-hidden\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_tableHead\"><span>Back to selection<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<article class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-8 lg:u-col-start-5\">\n<p data-keep class=\"u-speakableText-p1\">When you&#8217;re buying a TV, CNET always recommends <span><span>going big, if you have the space<\/span><\/span> for it. Correspondingly, a 65-inch TV is the sweet spot for most living rooms. This makes the TV big enough to feel immersive for watching and gaming, but without overwhelming the room. Plus, 65 inches is one of the most common and popular TV sizes out there, giving you plenty of options. To help you find the best 65-inch TV for your space and your budget, I&#8217;ve rounded up the best models I&#8217;ve <span><span>reviewed in the CNET labs<\/span><\/span>. <\/p>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"listiclePrecap\" data-location=\"PRECAP\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-hide c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-compact g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-hed\">\n<section>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_header\"> Our Picks <\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"1\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/bc7e0d1a8795a493e76c9b10454a0626ab1b855c\/hub\/2026\/06\/30\/0995ad82-764b-419b-ba54-b00da6bdbd0f\/tcl-qm8l-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"TCL QM8L TV against a purple wall\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign isFirst\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV for 2026<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">TCL QM8L<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$1,800 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-score\"><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreValue\">8.6\/10<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreLabel\">CNET Score<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip-expandedContent c-globalTooltip-arrow c-globalTooltip-arrow_top c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipContent\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipTitle\">CNET Score<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipText\">\n                    CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services. When we assign a score, we use a scale of 1-10. Each product we score is evaluated by criteria specific to its category with most assessing pricing, quality, features and performance.\n                  <\/p>\n<p> Read more on: How we test<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>If you&#8217;re looking for the ideal combination of picture quality, brightness and gaming compatibility,this is the best TV I&#8217;ve seen in 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The TCL QM8L is one of the brightest TVs yet<\/li>\n<li>This TV has excellent color and contrast<\/li>\n<li>The TCL is simply great for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>LG C6 OLED has better contrast at the same price<\/li>\n<li>More reflective of ambient light than its peers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"2\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/cdb23174bd0162c72f4c2b294202832002432be3\/hub\/2026\/05\/12\/c479bd26-e9b3-40be-8e53-6db1cfa0e954\/lg-g6-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"LG G6 OLED on a table\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV you can buy<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">LG G6 OLED<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$3,400 at Best Buy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-score\"><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreValue\">8.7\/10<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreLabel\">CNET Score<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip-expandedContent c-globalTooltip-arrow c-globalTooltip-arrow_top c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipContent\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipTitle\">CNET Score<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipText\">\n                    CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services. When we assign a score, we use a scale of 1-10. Each product we score is evaluated by criteria specific to its category with most assessing pricing, quality, features and performance.\n                  <\/p>\n<p> Read more on: How we test<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re looking for the best possible picture and don&#8217;t mind paying for it, the LG G6 stands out in the 4K OLED TV market. It&#8217;s great for home theater fans, but is also perfect for use in lit rooms thanks to the improved anti-reflective coating. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The LG G6 has excellent contrast<\/li>\n<li>Antireflective coating is one of the best<\/li>\n<li>Its brightness is great for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Green tinge on off-axis viewing<\/li>\n<li>Not as color accurate as the LG G5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"3\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/31a47be56963a9fe15c345646ee994bc5cb3992b\/hub\/2025\/07\/16\/7aec4a7b-cb2b-445d-92a0-931e3fc64250\/pxl-20250702-213859338-mp.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"pxl-20250702-213859338-mp\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV for gaming<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">Samsung S90F OLED TV<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$1,398 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> The Samsung S90F offers the holy grail for gamers &#8212; excellent picture quality, fast response times and high brightness &#8212; and at a much more affordable price than the step-up S95F.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The Samsung S90F boasts excellent image quality<\/li>\n<li>Fast motion for gamers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>It&#8217;s expensive<\/li>\n<li>It lacks the step-up model&#8217;s glare free coating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"4\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/4a272075f3eb1405cfad45761a6a447e3013a6a2\/hub\/2025\/09\/25\/52dab499-aa44-4220-bac6-97536d11be9e\/hisense-qd7-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"Hisense QD7 1 set up on a table\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best budget 65-inch TV<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">Hisense QD7QF<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$600 at Best Buy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>Whether you&#8217;re a gamer or just want a TV that will fit in the bedroom the Hisense QD7QF is a really good choice. It has a very punchy picture for the money and plenty of streaming options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The best picture quality I&#8217;ve ever seen under $500<\/li>\n<li>This TV boasts excellent black levels and shadow detail<\/li>\n<li>Best response times in its class for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Fire TV interface is less user-friendly than a Roku TV<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals u-flexbox u-flexbox-column u-flexbox-alignCenter g-inner-spacing-top-xlarge g-inner-spacing-bottom-xlarge\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListDeals_hed u-text-capitalize u-text-center\">TV DEALS OF THE WEEK<\/h3>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_productsBlock g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                43-inch Onn 4K UHD Roku Smart TV at Walmart<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$178<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $70)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                85-inch Hisense U6 Series Mini LED Fire TV<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$938<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save 1,062)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                Save $500 on LG&#8217;s 95B Series Micro RGB Evo AI LED 4K Smart TV<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                65-inch Hisense U7 Series 4K Mini-LED ULED Google Smart TV (2026 Model)<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$850<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $650)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                65-inch Amazon Ember Omni QLED Series 4K Smart Fire TV (2025 Model)<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$710<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $140)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"u-text-italic u-text-center g-text-xxsmall g-outer-spacing-top-large c-bestListDeals_disclosure\">Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<nav class=\"c-globalToc\">\n<div class=\"c-globalToc_header\">\n<div class=\"c-globalToc_title\"><span class=\"c-globalToc_titleText\">Table of Contents<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"c-globalToc_dropdown g-dropShadow-hover\">\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        These Are the Best 65-Inch TVs I\u2019ve Tested for 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        What is the best 65-inch TV right now?\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TVs in 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV for 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV you can buy\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV for gaming\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best budget 65-inch TV\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        TVs I Also Tested\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Factors to Consider When Choosing a 65-inch TV\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        How CNET tests TVs\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        TV brightness according to CNET&#8217;s testing\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV FAQs\n      <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<h2 id=\"f8287143-fa89-4c60-af85-0726f3cfc5b8\" data-ng-block=\"{\" data-keep data-id=\"f8287143-fa89-4c60-af85-0726f3cfc5b8\">What is the best 65-inch TV right now?<\/h2>\n<p data-keep class=\"u-speakableText-p2\">After testing many of the <span><span>best TVs for the money<\/span><\/span>, my favorite 65-inch TV from 2026 is the QM8L, which replaces the equally impressive <span><span>TCL QM8K series<\/span><\/span>. The QM8L is the best TV I have reviewed so far in 2026, and it offers an excellent, punchy picture quality with a high brightness. The QM8L also includes all the features you need in a new television &#8212; including <span><span>4K\/120Hz input and variable refresh rate<\/span><\/span> for consoles like the\u00a0<span><span>PS5<\/span><\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<span><span>Xbox Series X<\/span><\/span> &#8212; and is the best way to get a great picture for the least amount of money. On the other hand, if you feel like splurging on the best picture quality I&#8217;ve seen in recent years, then the <span><span>new LG G6 OLED<\/span><\/span> is the way to go.<\/p>\n<p data-keep>Although the QM8L is my current favorite, it might not be right for your preferences or budget. If you want the best 65-inch TV under $500, the 2025 Hisense QD7QF series is the standout of the ones I&#8217;ve tested.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline g-outer-spacing-bottom-large g-text-xxsmall c-shortcodeVideoInline_play\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_img\">\n<figure class=\"c-globalImage\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImage_cmsImage\"><img src alt height=\"306\" width=\"768\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_txt g-text-xxsmall\"><strong>Watch this:<\/strong> These 4 TVs Have the Best Picture Quality in 2025\n      <\/div>\n<p><time class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_time\"><span class=\"g-text-xxxsmall\">03:36<\/span><\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"65d52c28-ee1d-47c6-a660-d23a7bf55600\" data-ng-block=\"{\" data-keep data-id=\"65d52c28-ee1d-47c6-a660-d23a7bf55600\">Best 65-inch TVs in 2026<\/h2>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-id=\"listicle-9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-techprodid=\"0c5665ef-dbcf-4a30-90af-23925f250b3c\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"TCL QM8L TV against a purple wall\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Matthew Murray\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/ac84fcfc3fcc37be6d583c90d1168716f2caafb4\/hub\/2026\/06\/30\/0995ad82-764b-419b-ba54-b00da6bdbd0f\/tcl-qm8l-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Matthew Murray\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignStart\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV for 2026<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    TCL QM8L<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_badges g-outer-spacing-bottom-small g-outer-spacing-top-medium u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-wrap c-bestListListicle_badges-hasEditorsChoice\">\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge g-color-white c-bestListListicle_productRating g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall c-reviewScoreBadge-inline\"><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_rating\"><br \/>\n    8.6<br \/>\n  <\/span><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_overall\"><br \/>\n    \/10<br \/>\n  <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_cnetScore u-text-uppercase\">\n    SCORE\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The TCL QM8L is one of the brightest TVs yet\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  This TV has excellent color and contrast\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The TCL is simply great for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  LG C6 OLED has better contrast at the same price\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  More reflective of ambient light than its peers\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>If you&#8217;re looking for the ideal combination of picture quality, brightness and gaming compatibility,this is the best TV I&#8217;ve seen in 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:<\/strong> \u00a0The QM8L improves on the award-winning\u00a0QM8K\u00a0in almost every meaningful way, and it still manages to take on more expensive TVs and win. It&#8217;s brighter, it&#8217;s more colorful (thanks to Super Quantum Dots)\u00a0and it&#8217;s great for gaming. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>\u00a0There is nothing out there right now that can match the TCL QM8L when it comes to the combination of performance and value for money.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $1,800 at Amazon\n      <\/div>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $2,500 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $1,798 at Walmart\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        TCL QM8L review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-id=\"listicle-28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-techprodid=\"f329aa9a-5657-4fa5-87b2-f7e88981dd69\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"LG G6 OLED on a table\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/84e2a864c93304e6a5ef8b52802d8521b3d5ca5f\/hub\/2026\/05\/12\/c479bd26-e9b3-40be-8e53-6db1cfa0e954\/lg-g6-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV you can buy<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    LG G6 OLED<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_badges g-outer-spacing-bottom-small g-outer-spacing-top-medium u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-wrap\">\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge g-color-white c-bestListListicle_productRating g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall c-reviewScoreBadge-inline\"><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_rating\"><br \/>\n    8.7<br \/>\n  <\/span><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_overall\"><br \/>\n    \/10<br \/>\n  <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_cnetScore u-text-uppercase\">\n    SCORE\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The LG G6 has excellent contrast\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Antireflective coating is one of the best\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Its brightness is great for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Green tinge on off-axis viewing\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Not as color accurate as the LG G5\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re looking for the best possible picture and don&#8217;t mind paying for it, the LG G6 stands out in the 4K OLED TV market. It&#8217;s great for home theater fans, but is also perfect for use in lit rooms thanks to the improved anti-reflective coating. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance: <\/strong>The picture quality of the LG G6 is among the best I have seen in 2026, with saturated colors, excellent contrast and ultra-fine detail. It&#8217;s not quite as good as the LG G5 it replaces in terms of color accuracy and black levels, but it&#8217;s very close, and the G6&#8217;s anti-reflective screen is the best I&#8217;ve ever seen. It manages the delicate trade-off between reducing reflected light and maintaining black levels masterfully.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The LG G6 offers excellent 4K image quality, beating any other non-OLED TV I&#8217;ve compared it against. The main downside is that it still costs a ton, and most people &#8212; even those with bright rooms &#8212; will be perfectly happy with a less expensive TV like the G5.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$3,400 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        LG G6 OLED review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-id=\"listicle-820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-techprodid=\"624567a3-c9f7-4760-9190-cdc9b482bff5\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"pxl-20250702-213859338-mp\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/83439813cf1bb70eb39cd7dd7b4f5c30a1439faa\/hub\/2025\/07\/16\/7aec4a7b-cb2b-445d-92a0-931e3fc64250\/pxl-20250702-213859338-mp.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV for gaming<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    Samsung S90F OLED TV<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The Samsung S90F boasts excellent image quality\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Fast motion for gamers\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  It&#8217;s expensive\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  It lacks the step-up model&#8217;s glare free coating\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> The Samsung S90F offers the holy grail for gamers &#8212; excellent picture quality, fast response times and high brightness &#8212; and at a much more affordable price than the step-up S95F.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:<\/strong> With lag times under 10ms it&#8217;s about as fast as a TV with this level of picture quality can get, and with support for 144Hz VRR there&#8217;s no screen tearing or other immersion-destroying artifacts. It&#8217;s also great for just watching movies with deep, deep black levels and very finely saturated colors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>At its current $1,600 price on sale there is very little else to compete with the S90F, as not even the TCL QM8K can offer the same kind of picture quality or amount of gaming chops.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$1,398 at Amazon\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        Samsung S90F OLED TV review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-id=\"listicle-73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-techprodid=\"bef143e8-b3b1-43df-99f8-7271b7b71dc6\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"Hisense QD7 1 set up on a table\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/88bd6190d6a0a926c640fd8425a630298d12f70d\/hub\/2025\/09\/25\/52dab499-aa44-4220-bac6-97536d11be9e\/hisense-qd7-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best budget 65-inch TV<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    Hisense QD7QF<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The best picture quality I&#8217;ve ever seen under $500\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  This TV boasts excellent black levels and shadow detail\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Best response times in its class for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Fire TV interface is less user-friendly than a Roku TV\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>Whether you&#8217;re a gamer or just want a TV that will fit in the bedroom the Hisense QD7QF is a really good choice. It has a very punchy picture for the money and plenty of streaming options.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:  <\/strong>The Hisense QD7QF delivers a fantastic picture for an affordable price. The black levels and shadow detail are a cut above anything else at the price thanks to its mini-LED backlight. The TV has onboard streaming and the sound quality isn&#8217;t too bad either. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>In terms of the best bang-for-buck, the Hisense QD7QF is the most impressive TV I have tested so far. Its picture quality far surpasses any other unit at the price and makes movies and games look amazing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$600 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        Hisense QD7QF review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"b204f017-aa8d-4f45-908a-f1f7193d5746\" data-id=\"b204f017-aa8d-4f45-908a-f1f7193d5746\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">TVs I Also Tested<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/5845917f0edea9b36200c6f27058c10525ec0b42\/hub\/2025\/04\/21\/f877ae15-5bf9-4679-97aa-3f1736a22fbe\/lg-g5-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"LG G5 OLED on a AV unit\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>LG G5 OLED<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">LG G5<\/span>: The LG G5 is a fantastic television with the brightest OLED screen I have ever tested. If you want the best of both world&#8217;s &#8212; OLED&#8217;s deep blacks but with the pop of an LCD &#8212; then the G5 is the way to go. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the LG G5.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">TCL QM8K<\/span>: The TCL QM8K offers performance that approaches OLED but at a significant discount, especially compared to the newer version, making it suited to people who want a great picture for the least amount of money. Read my <span><span>review of the TCL QM8K<\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">Hisense U8N:<\/span> If you&#8217;re looking for the best TV for the money, and the TCL QM8 is significantly more expensive at the time you read this, the Hisense U8N should be your go-to. I compared the two TVs side by side, and while I liked the QM8 just a bit better, the U8K is an excellent choice as well. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the Hisense U8N.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">LG C5<\/span>: The LG C5 is a great TV with all of the shadow detail, contrast and color accuracy you could want for, but &#8230; the availability of the C4 (half the price) and the G5 (even better for a few hundred more) means that you can currently skip the C5. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the LG C5.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"f47932bf-152a-4240-9803-42e29097ac34\" data-id=\"f47932bf-152a-4240-9803-42e29097ac34\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">Factors to Consider When Choosing a 65-inch TV<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<p>With all of the TVs available today, and all of the technical terms and jargon associated with television technology, it can be tough to figure out what&#8217;s important. Here&#8217;s a quick guide to help cut through the confusion.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Picture quality: <\/strong>Broadly speaking, the type of display technology helps dictate how good a TV&#8217;s picture quality is, but OLED is typically the best display technology, and this is followed by LCD (including QLED, and Mini LED). OLED tends to look the best because it doesn&#8217;t need a backlight, and every pixel can be either on or off, leading to great black levels. In comparison, each LED in a backlight illuminates multiple pixels at a time so it isn&#8217;t as precise &#8212; it&#8217;s not yet 1:1. Even so, look for full-array local dimming, mini-LED and 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) do help improve the picture in my experience. Additionally, if a TV uses Quantum Dots it often leads to better color performance, whether it&#8217;s an OLED or an LCD.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong>\u00a0TVs range in price from $100 to more than $2,000. Smaller screens are cheaper, well-known brands are more expensive and spending more money can also get you better image quality. Most entry-level TVs have a good enough picture for most people, but TVs last a long time so it might be worth spending more to get a better picture. It&#8217;s also best to shop for a TV in the fall when prices are lower.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Screen size:<\/strong>\u00a0Bigger is better in our book. We recommend a size of at least 43 inches for a bedroom TV and at least 55 inches for a living room or main TV and 65 inches or larger is best. Stepping up in TV screen size is a better use of your money than any feature. One of the most common complaints we&#8217;ve heard is from people who regret that they didn&#8217;t go big enough when they bought a TV. We almost never hear people complain that their TV is too large.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brightness: <\/strong>One of the biggest variables when buying a TV is how bright it can get. In general, LCD and LED tend to be the brightest types with up to 3,000 nits of brightness in my testing, which is very bright. As a comparison, HDR streaming on Netflix is usually capped at 1,000 nits, and this is enough for most people. Paying more for a TV usually means you&#8217;re paying for a brighter picture, and 4K Blu-rays and consoles can make the most of this extra brightness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong>\u00a0Among entry-level TVs the most important feature is what kind of smart TV system the TV uses. Among midrange models, look for a feature including full-array local dimming, mini-LED and 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) do help improve the picture in our experience. Among high-end TVs, OLED technology is your best bet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"4394e358-6901-407e-8780-7caebae6a087\" data-id=\"4394e358-6901-407e-8780-7caebae6a087\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">How CNET tests TVs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/c2eefae69026b14c82c3eeb056e4d2113d3ddef1\/hub\/2022\/04\/25\/d2489818-8919-4ae6-afd0-83bb8a2ec58b\/how-we-test-tv-lab-nyc-2022-david-katzmaier-008.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"David Katzmaier comparing test screens on TVs in the CNET lab\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">Bobby Oliver\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In every CNET TV review, I compare three or more similar TVs side by side in a dedicated, light-controlled test lab. With each review I employ a rigorous, unbiased evaluation process that has been honed in more than two decades of TV reviews. I test TVs with a combination of scientific measurements and real-world evaluations of TV, movies and gaming content.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure I can evaluate the picture quality of every TV I employ the use of an AVPro Connect 8&#215;8 4K HDR splitter so each one receives the same signal. I test the TVs using various lighting conditions playing different media, including 4K HDR movies and console games, across a variety of test categories, from color to video processing to gaming to HDR.<\/p>\n<p>To measure each TV, I use specialized equipment to grade according to light output and color. My hardware includes a Konica Minolta CS-2000 spectroradiometer and a Murideo Six-G 4K HDR signal generator. I use\u00a0Portrait Displays CalMan Ultimate software to evaluate every TV I review according to its brightness, black levels and color.<\/p>\n<p>My reviews also account for such things as features, design, smart TV performance, connectivity including HDMI inputs and gaming compatibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"4c6f58b7-a35f-44fa-ab7b-a6f7233e4bf6\" data-id=\"4c6f58b7-a35f-44fa-ab7b-a6f7233e4bf6\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">TV brightness according to CNET&#8217;s testing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<p>One important aspect of image quality I test is overall brightness using the CS-2000 spectroradiometer. Here&#8217;s how brightness compares in nits across select TVs listed above; you can also read about why TVs are getting brighter.<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeCodeSnippet\">\n<div>\n    \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Check out\u00a0how we test TVs\u00a0for more details.<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeGallery g-inner-spacing-top-large g-inner-spacing-bottom-large g-border-thin-light-top g-border-thin-light-bottom\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_hed g-text-small g-outer-spacing-bottom-medium\">\n    Take a Tour Inside CNET&#8217;s TV Test Lab<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_grid u-grid u-grid-3column u-grid-gap-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"360\" width=\"640\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"172\" width=\"306\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"172\" width=\"306\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_more g-color-white g-text-bold u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-justifyCenter\"><br \/>\n        +13 More<br \/>\n      <\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"g-text-xxsmall\">See all photos<\/span><\/div>\n<p>For more TV advice, check out\u00a0our guide to buying a TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList izeBorder\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<h2 id=\"04d874e2-0058-424a-99fe-f0354dd135f2\" data-id=\"04d874e2-0058-424a-99fe-f0354dd135f2\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">Best 65-inch TV FAQs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-9b48b0e3-f8c0-4914-bb30-12c841b5e54d\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How much should I spend on a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Prices for 65-inch TVs vary widely by technology type and features, from less than $500 for TVs like the Hisense QD7QF to more than $2,000 for OLED models. TVs last a long time so I think it&#8217;s worthwhile to spend a little extra beyond the bare minimum to get a bigger screen, better picture quality or better features. With that in mind, $1,000 is a ballpark price for a very good 65-inch TV in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>You could pay (much) more or less. The fact is, just about any TV will produce a picture decent enough to satisfy most viewers. Most complaints you read in user reviews aren&#8217;t about picture quality. Instead, they&#8217;re about ease of use, smart TV menus or sound (or a broken TV).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-4a863dcc-6919-4398-9a0a-eafbf7d20c3d\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How far back should you sit from a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Only a few years ago a 65-inch TV was considered &#8220;big&#8221;, but now, 85- and even 100-inch TVs are surprisingly affordable. That said, there are a number of recommendations for seating distance from a 65-inch but the most realistic is from the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers. It says that your TV needs to be around 3\/5ths in diagonal of the seating distance. So for a 65-inch screen you need to be at least 8.66 feet away. Even closer than that is better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-7cc6b4a6-eb8b-45d6-ad8d-ab36bccd15d2\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">What size room is best for a 65 inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>It depends on your room size, seating distance and personal taste. For a standard living room or larger bedroom, a 65-inch TV is excellent, but for massive rooms,\u00a0we recommend a larger TV, say a 75- or even 85-inch model, if you can afford it. If you sit closer to the screen you don&#8217;t need as large a TV for the best experience. For maximum theatrical impact, according to THX and SMPTE, you should be between 6.5 and 9 feet from a 65-inch screen, although many viewers will find it more comfortable to sit a bit further back than that. Nearly every 65-inch TV has 4K resolution, and if you have 20\/20 vision you can sit as close as about 4 feet and still not discern individual pixels.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-42fc9e33-3f22-43fc-a676-1568d6f7c2a8\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How wide is a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Most 65-inch TVs\u00a0measure between 56 and 58 inches wide. Because the frames around newer TV screens are typically quite narrow, 65-inch TV widths don&#8217;t vary much. Models with slim frames are on the lower end &#8212; the 65-inch LG C3 measures 56.7 inches wide for example, while the thicker-framed 65-inch TCL 4-Series is 57.4 inches wide. If you&#8217;re not planning to wall-mount the TV, you generally want the piece of furniture supporting the TV to measure at least as wide as the TV itself, and preferably a few inches wider. Refer to the manufacturer&#8217;s website for the exact dimensions of a particular 65-inch TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-25bb300e-ab98-4989-a8b0-9d1432ac5ec8\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How much does a 65-inch TV weigh?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>A 65-inch TV weighs between 37 and 75 pounds with its stand, but this varies significantly depending on the type of TV. Removing the stand &#8212; which often consists of a pair of little legs under the panel &#8212; allows you to wall-mount the TV and reduces its weight slightly (stands weigh between 1 and 8 pounds). Shipping weight (box, accessories, etc.) of 65-inch TVs ranges from 45 to 91 pounds. Refer to the manufacturer&#8217;s website for the exact weights of a particular 65-inch TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-8 lg:u-col-start-5\">\n<section class=\"c-bestListAuthorBioFooter g-outer-spacing-top-large g-outer-spacing-bottom-xxlarge c-pageArticle_articleAuthorBioFooter\">\n<h2 class=\"g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">About the Author<\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListAuthorBioFooter_body u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListAuthorBioFooter_primaryAuthor fullBleed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListAuthorBioFooter_imgContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListAuthorBioFooter_image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/80b9ede53d910f1648cf9822ccb4c95cc3bb7a73\/hub\/2012\/12\/05\/0b473d5e-870a-11e3-9955-14feb5ca9861\/Ty_Pendlebury.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=64&amp;width=64\" alt=\"Headshot of Ty Pendlebury\" height=\"64\" width=\"64\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"md:u-hidden lg:u-hidden\">\n<h3 class=\"u-text-capitalize\">Ty Pendlebury<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"c-bestListAuthorBioFooter_credentials g-color-text-meta g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall\">Editor<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListAuthorBioFooter_bioContainer u-flexbox-column fullBleed\">\n<div class=\"sm:u-hidden\">\n<h3 class=\"u-text-capitalize\">Ty Pendlebury<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"c-bestListAuthorBioFooter_credentials g-color-text-meta\">Editor<\/span><\/div>\n<p class=\"c-bestListAuthorBioFooter_bio\"> Ty Pendlebury is CNET&#8217;s senior editor for TV and home audio, and author of the daily Insider newsletter. He has rigorously tested, reviewed and written about AV equipment for the company since 2006. He has a cat named after one of the best TVs ever made. <\/p>\n<p>          Read full bio\n        <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div data-cy=\"articleLinkBlock\" class=\"c-articleLinkBlock\">\n<div class=\"c-articleLinkBlock_blockWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlock\">\n<h2 class=\"c-bestListLinkBlock_header\">\n    CNET TV Coverage<br \/>\n  <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlock_itemContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_categoryContainer\"><span class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_category\"><br \/>\n      TV Types<br \/>\n    <\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_listContainer\">\n<ul class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_list\">\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best TV\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Smart TV\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best 4k 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\/>\n      Streaming &amp; TV Accessories<br \/>\n    <\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_listContainer\">\n<ul class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_list\">\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          CNET Streaming TV Insider\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Live TV Streaming Service\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Streaming Service\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Free TV Streaming Service\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Music Streaming Service\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Streaming Device\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Fire TV Stick\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Soundbar\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best TV Antenna\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best AV Receiver\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best HDMI Cables\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          Best Universal Remote\n        <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlock_itemContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_categoryContainer\"><span class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_category\"><br \/>\n      TV Information<br \/>\n    <\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_listContainer\">\n<ul class=\"c-bestListLinkBlockItem_list\">\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          How CNET Tests TVs\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          QLED vs OLED\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          HDMI vs Optical\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          TV Resolutions Explained\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          LCD vs OLED\n        <\/li>\n<li class=\"g-text-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n          How to Connect a VCR to Your New TV\n        <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-pageArticle_content sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12 c-pageArticle_content-izeBestList\">\n<div class=\"u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent_leftRail sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-4 lg:u-col-start-0 u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-11\">\n<div data-cy=\"bylineCard\" class=\"c-articleBylineCard c-articleBylineCard_bestList\">\n<h2 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class=\"c-articleBylineCard_link c-articleBylineCard_link-0\"><br \/>\n              Ty Pendlebury<br \/>\n            <\/span><\/address>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-articleBylineCard_date-updated g-outer-spacing-top-small\">\n<div class=\"c-globalUpdatedDate\">\n  Article updated on\u00a0<time datetime=\"2026-07-12T04:00:00-0800\">July 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM PDT<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"author-card-0\" class=\"col-5 c-globalAuthorCard\">\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_head\">\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_picture\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/1c2de43ecbb7d50d70ece397e12791b0e8da80e8\/hub\/2012\/12\/05\/0b473d5e-870a-11e3-9955-14feb5ca9861\/Ty_Pendlebury.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=84&amp;width=84\" alt=\"Headshot of Ty Pendlebury\" height=\"84\" width=\"84\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_info\"><span class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_name\">Ty Pendlebury<\/span><span>Editor<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_bio\">Ty Pendlebury is CNET&#8217;s senior editor for TV and home audio, and author of the daily Insider newsletter. He has rigorously tested, reviewed and written about AV equipment for the company since 2006. He has a cat named after one of the best TVs ever made.<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_details\"><span>Expertise<\/span><span class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_description\">Ty has worked for radio, print, and online publications, and has been writing about home entertainment since 2004. He is an avid record collector and streaming music enthusiast.<\/span><span>Credentials<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_description\">\n<li>Ty was nominated for Best New Journalist at the Australian IT Journalism awards, but he has only ever won one thing. As a youth, he was awarded a free session for the photography studio at a local supermarket.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalAuthorCard_linkWrapper\">See full bio<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_metaContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_header sm:u-hidden\"><span class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_title g-text-small\"><br \/>\n        Why You Can Trust CNET<br \/>\n      <\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_metrics\">\n<div data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_category\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_category\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_value g-inner-spacing-right-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_valueContainer\"><span>30+<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_topic\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_topic\">Years of Experience<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_category\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_category\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_value g-inner-spacing-right-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_valueContainer\"><span>35<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_topic\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_topic\">Product Reviewers<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_category\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_category\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_value g-inner-spacing-right-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_valueContainer\"><span>15k<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_topic\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_topic\">Sq. Feet of Lab Space<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_disclosureContainer\">\n<p data-cy=\"bestListDisclosure_message\" class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_message g-text-xxsmall\">CNET staff &#8212; not advertisers, partners or business interests &#8212; determine how we review products and services. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDisclosure_disclosureLinks u-flexbox-row\">\n        Reviews ethics statement<\/p>\n<p>        How we test\n        <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaq g-container-rounded-small c-shortcodeFaq-leftRail u-hidden\">\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_header\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaq_header c-shortcodeFaq_header-collapsed\">\n<p id=\"f567e3cc-2a3d-4e0e-8f0e-a716e2fb859c\" data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_title\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaq_title\">\n      What to consider\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_sections\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaq_sections\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion c-shortcodeFaq_question c-shortcodeFaqQuestion-leftRail\">\n<div role=\"button\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_header\">\n<p data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_questionCollapse\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_question g-text-bold\">\n      Price\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_answer\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_answer\">\n<p>TVs range in price from $100 to more than $2,000. Smaller screens are cheaper, well-known brands are more expensive and spending more money can also get you better image quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion c-shortcodeFaq_question c-shortcodeFaqQuestion-leftRail\">\n<div role=\"button\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_header\">\n<p data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_questionCollapse\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_question g-text-bold\">\n      Screen size\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_answer\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_answer\">\n<p>Bigger is better in our book. We recommend a size of at least 43 inches for a bedroom TV and at least 55 inches for a living room or main TV &#8212; and 65 inches or larger is best.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion c-shortcodeFaq_question c-shortcodeFaqQuestion-leftRail\">\n<div role=\"button\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_header\">\n<p data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_questionCollapse\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_question g-text-bold\">\n      Capability\n    <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"shortcodeFaq_answer\" class=\"c-shortcodeFaqQuestion_answer\">\n<p>Finding a worthwhile smart TV system is most important for entry-level TVs. High-end TVs are more about picture quality.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_toolbar u-hidden\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_productsList\">\n<p class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_versus\">vs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_compareCta\"><span>Compare<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_table u-hidden\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListProductCompare_tableHead\"><span>Back to selection<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<article class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-8 lg:u-col-start-5\">\n<p data-keep class=\"u-speakableText-p1\">When you&#8217;re buying a TV, CNET always recommends <span><span>going big, if you have the space<\/span><\/span> for it. Correspondingly, a 65-inch TV is the sweet spot for most living rooms. This makes the TV big enough to feel immersive for watching and gaming, but without overwhelming the room. Plus, 65 inches is one of the most common and popular TV sizes out there, giving you plenty of options. To help you find the best 65-inch TV for your space and your budget, I&#8217;ve rounded up the best models I&#8217;ve <span><span>reviewed in the CNET labs<\/span><\/span>. <\/p>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"listiclePrecap\" data-location=\"PRECAP\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-hide c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-compact g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-hed\">\n<section>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_header\"> Our Picks <\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"1\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/bc7e0d1a8795a493e76c9b10454a0626ab1b855c\/hub\/2026\/06\/30\/0995ad82-764b-419b-ba54-b00da6bdbd0f\/tcl-qm8l-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"TCL QM8L TV against a purple wall\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign isFirst\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV for 2026<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">TCL QM8L<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$1,800 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-score\"><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreValue\">8.6\/10<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreLabel\">CNET Score<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip-expandedContent c-globalTooltip-arrow c-globalTooltip-arrow_top c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipContent\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipTitle\">CNET Score<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipText\">\n                    CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services. When we assign a score, we use a scale of 1-10. Each product we score is evaluated by criteria specific to its category with most assessing pricing, quality, features and performance.\n                  <\/p>\n<p> Read more on: How we test<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>If you&#8217;re looking for the ideal combination of picture quality, brightness and gaming compatibility,this is the best TV I&#8217;ve seen in 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The TCL QM8L is one of the brightest TVs yet<\/li>\n<li>This TV has excellent color and contrast<\/li>\n<li>The TCL is simply great for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>LG C6 OLED has better contrast at the same price<\/li>\n<li>More reflective of ambient light than its peers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"2\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/cdb23174bd0162c72f4c2b294202832002432be3\/hub\/2026\/05\/12\/c479bd26-e9b3-40be-8e53-6db1cfa0e954\/lg-g6-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"LG G6 OLED on a table\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV you can buy<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">LG G6 OLED<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$3,400 at Best Buy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-score\"><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreValue\">8.7\/10<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreLabel\">CNET Score<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip-expandedContent c-globalTooltip-arrow c-globalTooltip-arrow_top c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipContent\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipTitle\">CNET Score<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipText\">\n                    CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services. When we assign a score, we use a scale of 1-10. Each product we score is evaluated by criteria specific to its category with most assessing pricing, quality, features and performance.\n                  <\/p>\n<p> Read more on: How we test<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re looking for the best possible picture and don&#8217;t mind paying for it, the LG G6 stands out in the 4K OLED TV market. It&#8217;s great for home theater fans, but is also perfect for use in lit rooms thanks to the improved anti-reflective coating. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The LG G6 has excellent contrast<\/li>\n<li>Antireflective coating is one of the best<\/li>\n<li>Its brightness is great for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Green tinge on off-axis viewing<\/li>\n<li>Not as color accurate as the LG G5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"3\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/31a47be56963a9fe15c345646ee994bc5cb3992b\/hub\/2025\/07\/16\/7aec4a7b-cb2b-445d-92a0-931e3fc64250\/pxl-20250702-213859338-mp.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"pxl-20250702-213859338-mp\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV for gaming<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">Samsung S90F OLED TV<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$1,398 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> The Samsung S90F offers the holy grail for gamers &#8212; excellent picture quality, fast response times and high brightness &#8212; and at a much more affordable price than the step-up S95F.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The Samsung S90F boasts excellent image quality<\/li>\n<li>Fast motion for gamers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>It&#8217;s expensive<\/li>\n<li>It lacks the step-up model&#8217;s glare free coating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"4\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/4a272075f3eb1405cfad45761a6a447e3013a6a2\/hub\/2025\/09\/25\/52dab499-aa44-4220-bac6-97536d11be9e\/hisense-qd7-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"Hisense QD7 1 set up on a table\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best budget 65-inch TV<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">Hisense QD7QF<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$600 at Best Buy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>Whether you&#8217;re a gamer or just want a TV that will fit in the bedroom the Hisense QD7QF is a really good choice. It has a very punchy picture for the money and plenty of streaming options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The best picture quality I&#8217;ve ever seen under $500<\/li>\n<li>This TV boasts excellent black levels and shadow detail<\/li>\n<li>Best response times in its class for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Fire TV interface is less user-friendly than a Roku TV<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals u-flexbox u-flexbox-column u-flexbox-alignCenter g-inner-spacing-top-xlarge g-inner-spacing-bottom-xlarge\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListDeals_hed u-text-capitalize u-text-center\">TV DEALS OF THE WEEK<\/h3>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_productsBlock g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                43-inch Onn 4K UHD Roku Smart TV at Walmart<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$178<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $70)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                85-inch Hisense U6 Series Mini LED Fire TV<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$938<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save 1,062)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                Save $500 on LG&#8217;s 95B Series Micro RGB Evo AI LED 4K Smart TV<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                65-inch Hisense U7 Series 4K Mini-LED ULED Google Smart TV (2026 Model)<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$850<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $650)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                65-inch Amazon Ember Omni QLED Series 4K Smart Fire TV (2025 Model)<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$710<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $140)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"u-text-italic u-text-center g-text-xxsmall g-outer-spacing-top-large c-bestListDeals_disclosure\">Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<nav class=\"c-globalToc\">\n<div class=\"c-globalToc_header\">\n<div class=\"c-globalToc_title\"><span class=\"c-globalToc_titleText\">Table of Contents<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"c-globalToc_dropdown g-dropShadow-hover\">\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        These Are the Best 65-Inch TVs I\u2019ve Tested for 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        What is the best 65-inch TV right now?\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TVs in 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV for 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV you can buy\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV for gaming\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best budget 65-inch TV\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        TVs I Also Tested\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Factors to Consider When Choosing a 65-inch TV\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        How CNET tests TVs\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        TV brightness according to CNET&#8217;s testing\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV FAQs\n      <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<h2 id=\"f8287143-fa89-4c60-af85-0726f3cfc5b8\" data-ng-block=\"{\" data-keep data-id=\"f8287143-fa89-4c60-af85-0726f3cfc5b8\">What is the best 65-inch TV right now?<\/h2>\n<p data-keep class=\"u-speakableText-p2\">After testing many of the <span><span>best TVs for the money<\/span><\/span>, my favorite 65-inch TV from 2026 is the QM8L, which replaces the equally impressive <span><span>TCL QM8K series<\/span><\/span>. The QM8L is the best TV I have reviewed so far in 2026, and it offers an excellent, punchy picture quality with a high brightness. The QM8L also includes all the features you need in a new television &#8212; including <span><span>4K\/120Hz input and variable refresh rate<\/span><\/span> for consoles like the\u00a0<span><span>PS5<\/span><\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<span><span>Xbox Series X<\/span><\/span> &#8212; and is the best way to get a great picture for the least amount of money. On the other hand, if you feel like splurging on the best picture quality I&#8217;ve seen in recent years, then the <span><span>new LG G6 OLED<\/span><\/span> is the way to go.<\/p>\n<p data-keep>Although the QM8L is my current favorite, it might not be right for your preferences or budget. If you want the best 65-inch TV under $500, the 2025 Hisense QD7QF series is the standout of the ones I&#8217;ve tested.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline g-outer-spacing-bottom-large g-text-xxsmall c-shortcodeVideoInline_play\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_img\">\n<figure class=\"c-globalImage\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImage_cmsImage\"><img src alt height=\"306\" width=\"768\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_txt g-text-xxsmall\"><strong>Watch this:<\/strong> These 4 TVs Have the Best Picture Quality in 2025\n      <\/div>\n<p><time class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_time\"><span class=\"g-text-xxxsmall\">03:36<\/span><\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"65d52c28-ee1d-47c6-a660-d23a7bf55600\" data-ng-block=\"{\" data-keep data-id=\"65d52c28-ee1d-47c6-a660-d23a7bf55600\">Best 65-inch TVs in 2026<\/h2>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-id=\"listicle-9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-techprodid=\"0c5665ef-dbcf-4a30-90af-23925f250b3c\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"TCL QM8L TV against a purple wall\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Matthew Murray\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/ac84fcfc3fcc37be6d583c90d1168716f2caafb4\/hub\/2026\/06\/30\/0995ad82-764b-419b-ba54-b00da6bdbd0f\/tcl-qm8l-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Matthew Murray\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignStart\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV for 2026<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    TCL QM8L<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_badges g-outer-spacing-bottom-small g-outer-spacing-top-medium u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-wrap c-bestListListicle_badges-hasEditorsChoice\">\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge g-color-white c-bestListListicle_productRating g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall c-reviewScoreBadge-inline\"><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_rating\"><br \/>\n    8.6<br \/>\n  <\/span><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_overall\"><br \/>\n    \/10<br \/>\n  <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_cnetScore u-text-uppercase\">\n    SCORE\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The TCL QM8L is one of the brightest TVs yet\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  This TV has excellent color and contrast\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The TCL is simply great for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  LG C6 OLED has better contrast at the same price\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  More reflective of ambient light than its peers\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>If you&#8217;re looking for the ideal combination of picture quality, brightness and gaming compatibility,this is the best TV I&#8217;ve seen in 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:<\/strong> \u00a0The QM8L improves on the award-winning\u00a0QM8K\u00a0in almost every meaningful way, and it still manages to take on more expensive TVs and win. It&#8217;s brighter, it&#8217;s more colorful (thanks to Super Quantum Dots)\u00a0and it&#8217;s great for gaming. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>\u00a0There is nothing out there right now that can match the TCL QM8L when it comes to the combination of performance and value for money.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $1,800 at Amazon\n      <\/div>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $2,500 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $1,798 at Walmart\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        TCL QM8L review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-id=\"listicle-28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-techprodid=\"f329aa9a-5657-4fa5-87b2-f7e88981dd69\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"LG G6 OLED on a table\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/84e2a864c93304e6a5ef8b52802d8521b3d5ca5f\/hub\/2026\/05\/12\/c479bd26-e9b3-40be-8e53-6db1cfa0e954\/lg-g6-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV you can buy<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    LG G6 OLED<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_badges g-outer-spacing-bottom-small g-outer-spacing-top-medium u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-wrap\">\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge g-color-white c-bestListListicle_productRating g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall c-reviewScoreBadge-inline\"><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_rating\"><br \/>\n    8.7<br \/>\n  <\/span><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_overall\"><br \/>\n    \/10<br \/>\n  <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_cnetScore u-text-uppercase\">\n    SCORE\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The LG G6 has excellent contrast\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Antireflective coating is one of the best\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Its brightness is great for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Green tinge on off-axis viewing\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Not as color accurate as the LG G5\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re looking for the best possible picture and don&#8217;t mind paying for it, the LG G6 stands out in the 4K OLED TV market. It&#8217;s great for home theater fans, but is also perfect for use in lit rooms thanks to the improved anti-reflective coating. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance: <\/strong>The picture quality of the LG G6 is among the best I have seen in 2026, with saturated colors, excellent contrast and ultra-fine detail. It&#8217;s not quite as good as the LG G5 it replaces in terms of color accuracy and black levels, but it&#8217;s very close, and the G6&#8217;s anti-reflective screen is the best I&#8217;ve ever seen. It manages the delicate trade-off between reducing reflected light and maintaining black levels masterfully.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The LG G6 offers excellent 4K image quality, beating any other non-OLED TV I&#8217;ve compared it against. The main downside is that it still costs a ton, and most people &#8212; even those with bright rooms &#8212; will be perfectly happy with a less expensive TV like the G5.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$3,400 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        LG G6 OLED review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-id=\"listicle-820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-techprodid=\"624567a3-c9f7-4760-9190-cdc9b482bff5\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"pxl-20250702-213859338-mp\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/83439813cf1bb70eb39cd7dd7b4f5c30a1439faa\/hub\/2025\/07\/16\/7aec4a7b-cb2b-445d-92a0-931e3fc64250\/pxl-20250702-213859338-mp.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV for gaming<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    Samsung S90F OLED TV<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The Samsung S90F boasts excellent image quality\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Fast motion for gamers\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  It&#8217;s expensive\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  It lacks the step-up model&#8217;s glare free coating\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> The Samsung S90F offers the holy grail for gamers &#8212; excellent picture quality, fast response times and high brightness &#8212; and at a much more affordable price than the step-up S95F.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:<\/strong> With lag times under 10ms it&#8217;s about as fast as a TV with this level of picture quality can get, and with support for 144Hz VRR there&#8217;s no screen tearing or other immersion-destroying artifacts. It&#8217;s also great for just watching movies with deep, deep black levels and very finely saturated colors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>At its current $1,600 price on sale there is very little else to compete with the S90F, as not even the TCL QM8K can offer the same kind of picture quality or amount of gaming chops.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$1,398 at Amazon\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        Samsung S90F OLED TV review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-id=\"listicle-73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-techprodid=\"bef143e8-b3b1-43df-99f8-7271b7b71dc6\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"Hisense QD7 1 set up on a table\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/88bd6190d6a0a926c640fd8425a630298d12f70d\/hub\/2025\/09\/25\/52dab499-aa44-4220-bac6-97536d11be9e\/hisense-qd7-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best budget 65-inch TV<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    Hisense QD7QF<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The best picture quality I&#8217;ve ever seen under $500\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  This TV boasts excellent black levels and shadow detail\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Best response times in its class for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Fire TV interface is less user-friendly than a Roku TV\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>Whether you&#8217;re a gamer or just want a TV that will fit in the bedroom the Hisense QD7QF is a really good choice. It has a very punchy picture for the money and plenty of streaming options.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:  <\/strong>The Hisense QD7QF delivers a fantastic picture for an affordable price. The black levels and shadow detail are a cut above anything else at the price thanks to its mini-LED backlight. The TV has onboard streaming and the sound quality isn&#8217;t too bad either. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>In terms of the best bang-for-buck, the Hisense QD7QF is the most impressive TV I have tested so far. Its picture quality far surpasses any other unit at the price and makes movies and games look amazing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$600 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        Hisense QD7QF review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"b204f017-aa8d-4f45-908a-f1f7193d5746\" data-id=\"b204f017-aa8d-4f45-908a-f1f7193d5746\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">TVs I Also Tested<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/5845917f0edea9b36200c6f27058c10525ec0b42\/hub\/2025\/04\/21\/f877ae15-5bf9-4679-97aa-3f1736a22fbe\/lg-g5-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"LG G5 OLED on a AV unit\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>LG G5 OLED<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">LG G5<\/span>: The LG G5 is a fantastic television with the brightest OLED screen I have ever tested. If you want the best of both world&#8217;s &#8212; OLED&#8217;s deep blacks but with the pop of an LCD &#8212; then the G5 is the way to go. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the LG G5.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">TCL QM8K<\/span>: The TCL QM8K offers performance that approaches OLED but at a significant discount, especially compared to the newer version, making it suited to people who want a great picture for the least amount of money. Read my <span><span>review of the TCL QM8K<\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">Hisense U8N:<\/span> If you&#8217;re looking for the best TV for the money, and the TCL QM8 is significantly more expensive at the time you read this, the Hisense U8N should be your go-to. I compared the two TVs side by side, and while I liked the QM8 just a bit better, the U8K is an excellent choice as well. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the Hisense U8N.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">LG C5<\/span>: The LG C5 is a great TV with all of the shadow detail, contrast and color accuracy you could want for, but &#8230; the availability of the C4 (half the price) and the G5 (even better for a few hundred more) means that you can currently skip the C5. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the LG C5.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"f47932bf-152a-4240-9803-42e29097ac34\" data-id=\"f47932bf-152a-4240-9803-42e29097ac34\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">Factors to Consider When Choosing a 65-inch TV<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<p>With all of the TVs available today, and all of the technical terms and jargon associated with television technology, it can be tough to figure out what&#8217;s important. Here&#8217;s a quick guide to help cut through the confusion.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Picture quality: <\/strong>Broadly speaking, the type of display technology helps dictate how good a TV&#8217;s picture quality is, but OLED is typically the best display technology, and this is followed by LCD (including QLED, and Mini LED). OLED tends to look the best because it doesn&#8217;t need a backlight, and every pixel can be either on or off, leading to great black levels. In comparison, each LED in a backlight illuminates multiple pixels at a time so it isn&#8217;t as precise &#8212; it&#8217;s not yet 1:1. Even so, look for full-array local dimming, mini-LED and 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) do help improve the picture in my experience. Additionally, if a TV uses Quantum Dots it often leads to better color performance, whether it&#8217;s an OLED or an LCD.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong>\u00a0TVs range in price from $100 to more than $2,000. Smaller screens are cheaper, well-known brands are more expensive and spending more money can also get you better image quality. Most entry-level TVs have a good enough picture for most people, but TVs last a long time so it might be worth spending more to get a better picture. It&#8217;s also best to shop for a TV in the fall when prices are lower.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Screen size:<\/strong>\u00a0Bigger is better in our book. We recommend a size of at least 43 inches for a bedroom TV and at least 55 inches for a living room or main TV and 65 inches or larger is best. Stepping up in TV screen size is a better use of your money than any feature. One of the most common complaints we&#8217;ve heard is from people who regret that they didn&#8217;t go big enough when they bought a TV. We almost never hear people complain that their TV is too large.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brightness: <\/strong>One of the biggest variables when buying a TV is how bright it can get. In general, LCD and LED tend to be the brightest types with up to 3,000 nits of brightness in my testing, which is very bright. As a comparison, HDR streaming on Netflix is usually capped at 1,000 nits, and this is enough for most people. Paying more for a TV usually means you&#8217;re paying for a brighter picture, and 4K Blu-rays and consoles can make the most of this extra brightness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong>\u00a0Among entry-level TVs the most important feature is what kind of smart TV system the TV uses. Among midrange models, look for a feature including full-array local dimming, mini-LED and 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) do help improve the picture in our experience. Among high-end TVs, OLED technology is your best bet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"4394e358-6901-407e-8780-7caebae6a087\" data-id=\"4394e358-6901-407e-8780-7caebae6a087\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">How CNET tests TVs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/c2eefae69026b14c82c3eeb056e4d2113d3ddef1\/hub\/2022\/04\/25\/d2489818-8919-4ae6-afd0-83bb8a2ec58b\/how-we-test-tv-lab-nyc-2022-david-katzmaier-008.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"David Katzmaier comparing test screens on TVs in the CNET lab\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">Bobby Oliver\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In every CNET TV review, I compare three or more similar TVs side by side in a dedicated, light-controlled test lab. With each review I employ a rigorous, unbiased evaluation process that has been honed in more than two decades of TV reviews. I test TVs with a combination of scientific measurements and real-world evaluations of TV, movies and gaming content.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure I can evaluate the picture quality of every TV I employ the use of an AVPro Connect 8&#215;8 4K HDR splitter so each one receives the same signal. I test the TVs using various lighting conditions playing different media, including 4K HDR movies and console games, across a variety of test categories, from color to video processing to gaming to HDR.<\/p>\n<p>To measure each TV, I use specialized equipment to grade according to light output and color. My hardware includes a Konica Minolta CS-2000 spectroradiometer and a Murideo Six-G 4K HDR signal generator. I use\u00a0Portrait Displays CalMan Ultimate software to evaluate every TV I review according to its brightness, black levels and color.<\/p>\n<p>My reviews also account for such things as features, design, smart TV performance, connectivity including HDMI inputs and gaming compatibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"4c6f58b7-a35f-44fa-ab7b-a6f7233e4bf6\" data-id=\"4c6f58b7-a35f-44fa-ab7b-a6f7233e4bf6\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">TV brightness according to CNET&#8217;s testing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<p>One important aspect of image quality I test is overall brightness using the CS-2000 spectroradiometer. Here&#8217;s how brightness compares in nits across select TVs listed above; you can also read about why TVs are getting brighter.<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeCodeSnippet\">\n<div>\n    \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Check out\u00a0how we test TVs\u00a0for more details.<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeGallery g-inner-spacing-top-large g-inner-spacing-bottom-large g-border-thin-light-top g-border-thin-light-bottom\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_hed g-text-small g-outer-spacing-bottom-medium\">\n    Take a Tour Inside CNET&#8217;s TV Test Lab<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_grid u-grid u-grid-3column u-grid-gap-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"360\" width=\"640\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"172\" width=\"306\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"172\" width=\"306\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_more g-color-white g-text-bold u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-justifyCenter\"><br \/>\n        +13 More<br \/>\n      <\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"g-text-xxsmall\">See all photos<\/span><\/div>\n<p>For more TV advice, check out\u00a0our guide to buying a TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList izeBorder\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<h2 id=\"04d874e2-0058-424a-99fe-f0354dd135f2\" data-id=\"04d874e2-0058-424a-99fe-f0354dd135f2\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">Best 65-inch TV FAQs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-9b48b0e3-f8c0-4914-bb30-12c841b5e54d\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How much should I spend on a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Prices for 65-inch TVs vary widely by technology type and features, from less than $500 for TVs like the Hisense QD7QF to more than $2,000 for OLED models. TVs last a long time so I think it&#8217;s worthwhile to spend a little extra beyond the bare minimum to get a bigger screen, better picture quality or better features. With that in mind, $1,000 is a ballpark price for a very good 65-inch TV in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>You could pay (much) more or less. The fact is, just about any TV will produce a picture decent enough to satisfy most viewers. Most complaints you read in user reviews aren&#8217;t about picture quality. Instead, they&#8217;re about ease of use, smart TV menus or sound (or a broken TV).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-4a863dcc-6919-4398-9a0a-eafbf7d20c3d\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How far back should you sit from a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Only a few years ago a 65-inch TV was considered &#8220;big&#8221;, but now, 85- and even 100-inch TVs are surprisingly affordable. That said, there are a number of recommendations for seating distance from a 65-inch but the most realistic is from the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers. It says that your TV needs to be around 3\/5ths in diagonal of the seating distance. So for a 65-inch screen you need to be at least 8.66 feet away. Even closer than that is better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-7cc6b4a6-eb8b-45d6-ad8d-ab36bccd15d2\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">What size room is best for a 65 inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>It depends on your room size, seating distance and personal taste. For a standard living room or larger bedroom, a 65-inch TV is excellent, but for massive rooms,\u00a0we recommend a larger TV, say a 75- or even 85-inch model, if you can afford it. If you sit closer to the screen you don&#8217;t need as large a TV for the best experience. For maximum theatrical impact, according to THX and SMPTE, you should be between 6.5 and 9 feet from a 65-inch screen, although many viewers will find it more comfortable to sit a bit further back than that. Nearly every 65-inch TV has 4K resolution, and if you have 20\/20 vision you can sit as close as about 4 feet and still not discern individual pixels.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-42fc9e33-3f22-43fc-a676-1568d6f7c2a8\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How wide is a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Most 65-inch TVs\u00a0measure between 56 and 58 inches wide. Because the frames around newer TV screens are typically quite narrow, 65-inch TV widths don&#8217;t vary much. Models with slim frames are on the lower end &#8212; the 65-inch LG C3 measures 56.7 inches wide for example, while the thicker-framed 65-inch TCL 4-Series is 57.4 inches wide. If you&#8217;re not planning to wall-mount the TV, you generally want the piece of furniture supporting the TV to measure at least as wide as the TV itself, and preferably a few inches wider. Refer to the manufacturer&#8217;s website for the exact dimensions of a particular 65-inch TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-25bb300e-ab98-4989-a8b0-9d1432ac5ec8\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How much does a 65-inch TV weigh?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>A 65-inch TV weighs between 37 and 75 pounds with its stand, but this varies significantly depending on the type of TV. Removing the stand &#8212; which often consists of a pair of little legs under the panel &#8212; allows you to wall-mount the TV and reduces its weight slightly (stands weigh between 1 and 8 pounds). Shipping weight (box, accessories, etc.) of 65-inch TVs ranges from 45 to 91 pounds. Refer to the manufacturer&#8217;s website for the exact weights of a particular 65-inch TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<article class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-8 lg:u-col-start-5\">\n<p data-keep class=\"u-speakableText-p1\">When you&#8217;re buying a TV, CNET always recommends <span><span>going big, if you have the space<\/span><\/span> for it. Correspondingly, a 65-inch TV is the sweet spot for most living rooms. This makes the TV big enough to feel immersive for watching and gaming, but without overwhelming the room. Plus, 65 inches is one of the most common and popular TV sizes out there, giving you plenty of options. To help you find the best 65-inch TV for your space and your budget, I&#8217;ve rounded up the best models I&#8217;ve <span><span>reviewed in the CNET labs<\/span><\/span>. <\/p>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"listiclePrecap\" data-location=\"PRECAP\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-hide c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-compact g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap-hed\">\n<section>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_header\"> Our Picks <\/h2>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"1\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/bc7e0d1a8795a493e76c9b10454a0626ab1b855c\/hub\/2026\/06\/30\/0995ad82-764b-419b-ba54-b00da6bdbd0f\/tcl-qm8l-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"TCL QM8L TV against a purple wall\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign isFirst\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV for 2026<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">TCL QM8L<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$1,800 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-score\"><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreValue\">8.6\/10<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreLabel\">CNET Score<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip-expandedContent c-globalTooltip-arrow c-globalTooltip-arrow_top c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipContent\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipTitle\">CNET Score<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipText\">\n                    CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services. When we assign a score, we use a scale of 1-10. Each product we score is evaluated by criteria specific to its category with most assessing pricing, quality, features and performance.\n                  <\/p>\n<p> Read more on: How we test<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>If you&#8217;re looking for the ideal combination of picture quality, brightness and gaming compatibility,this is the best TV I&#8217;ve seen in 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The TCL QM8L is one of the brightest TVs yet<\/li>\n<li>This TV has excellent color and contrast<\/li>\n<li>The TCL is simply great for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>LG C6 OLED has better contrast at the same price<\/li>\n<li>More reflective of ambient light than its peers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"2\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/cdb23174bd0162c72f4c2b294202832002432be3\/hub\/2026\/05\/12\/c479bd26-e9b3-40be-8e53-6db1cfa0e954\/lg-g6-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"LG G6 OLED on a table\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV you can buy<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">LG G6 OLED<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$3,400 at Best Buy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-score\"><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreValue\">8.7\/10<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreLabel\">CNET Score<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-globalTooltip-expandedContent c-globalTooltip-arrow c-globalTooltip-arrow_top c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltip\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipContent\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipTitle\">CNET Score<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreTooltipText\">\n                    CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services. When we assign a score, we use a scale of 1-10. Each product we score is evaluated by criteria specific to its category with most assessing pricing, quality, features and performance.\n                  <\/p>\n<p> Read more on: How we test<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re looking for the best possible picture and don&#8217;t mind paying for it, the LG G6 stands out in the 4K OLED TV market. It&#8217;s great for home theater fans, but is also perfect for use in lit rooms thanks to the improved anti-reflective coating. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The LG G6 has excellent contrast<\/li>\n<li>Antireflective coating is one of the best<\/li>\n<li>Its brightness is great for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Green tinge on off-axis viewing<\/li>\n<li>Not as color accurate as the LG G5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"3\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/31a47be56963a9fe15c345646ee994bc5cb3992b\/hub\/2025\/07\/16\/7aec4a7b-cb2b-445d-92a0-931e3fc64250\/pxl-20250702-213859338-mp.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"pxl-20250702-213859338-mp\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best 65-inch TV for gaming<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">Samsung S90F OLED TV<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$1,398 at Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> The Samsung S90F offers the holy grail for gamers &#8212; excellent picture quality, fast response times and high brightness &#8212; and at a much more affordable price than the step-up S95F.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The Samsung S90F boasts excellent image quality<\/li>\n<li>Fast motion for gamers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>It&#8217;s expensive<\/li>\n<li>It lacks the step-up model&#8217;s glare free coating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecap_item\">\n<div data-location=\"PRECAP\" data-cy=\"listiclePrecapItem\" data-position=\"4\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compact c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-compactImages c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem-hasProsConsSection\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_container u-grid-columns\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_headerLinkWrapper-redesign\">\n<div class=\" c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_imageWrap-redesign md:u-col-1\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/4a272075f3eb1405cfad45761a6a447e3013a6a2\/hub\/2025\/09\/25\/52dab499-aa44-4220-bac6-97536d11be9e\/hisense-qd7-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;height=500\" alt=\"Hisense QD7 1 set up on a table\" class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_image-redesign\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_details-redesign\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_subhead g-text-bold\">Best budget 65-inch TV<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_title g-text-xsmall\">Hisense QD7QF<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap md:u-col-2 lg:u-col-4 c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_buttonWrap-redesign\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListiclePrecapItem_button o-cnetButton o-cnetButton-small o-cnetButton-primary\">$600 at Best Buy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-content--collapsed\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-box\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-scoreSection\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-description pro-con-desc\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>Whether you&#8217;re a gamer or just want a TV that will fit in the bedroom the Hisense QD7QF is a really good choice. It has a very punchy picture for the money and plenty of streaming options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-links\">\n              Read full review<br \/>\n               <span class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-jumplink\"><br \/>\n              Jump to details<br \/>\n              <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-lists\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_pros\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Pros<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The best picture quality I&#8217;ve ever seen under $500<\/li>\n<li>This TV boasts excellent black levels and shadow detail<\/li>\n<li>Best response times in its class for gaming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListPrecap_cons\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListPrecap_prosCons-title\">\n              Cons<br \/>\n            <\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Fire TV interface is less user-friendly than a Roku TV<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals u-flexbox u-flexbox-column u-flexbox-alignCenter g-inner-spacing-top-xlarge g-inner-spacing-bottom-xlarge\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListDeals_hed u-text-capitalize u-text-center\">TV DEALS OF THE WEEK<\/h3>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_productsBlock g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                43-inch Onn 4K UHD Roku Smart TV at Walmart<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$178<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $70)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                85-inch Hisense U6 Series Mini LED Fire TV<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$938<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save 1,062)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                Save $500 on LG&#8217;s 95B Series Micro RGB Evo AI LED 4K Smart TV<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                65-inch Hisense U7 Series 4K Mini-LED ULED Google Smart TV (2026 Model)<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$850<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $650)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-justifyCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_product\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyCenter u-text-center\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_link\">\n                65-inch Amazon Ember Omni QLED Series 4K Smart Fire TV (2025 Model)<span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListDeals_price\"><span class=\"g-text-bold\">$710<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListDeals-msrp u-text-italic\">(save $140)<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"u-text-italic u-text-center g-text-xxsmall g-outer-spacing-top-large c-bestListDeals_disclosure\">Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<nav class=\"c-globalToc\">\n<div class=\"c-globalToc_header\">\n<div class=\"c-globalToc_title\"><span class=\"c-globalToc_titleText\">Table of Contents<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"c-globalToc_dropdown g-dropShadow-hover\">\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        These Are the Best 65-Inch TVs I\u2019ve Tested for 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        What is the best 65-inch TV right now?\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TVs in 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV for 2026\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV you can buy\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV for gaming\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best budget 65-inch TV\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        TVs I Also Tested\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Factors to Consider When Choosing a 65-inch TV\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        How CNET tests TVs\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        TV brightness according to CNET&#8217;s testing\n      <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-globalToc_dropdownItem\">\n        Best 65-inch TV FAQs\n      <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<h2 id=\"f8287143-fa89-4c60-af85-0726f3cfc5b8\" data-ng-block=\"{\" data-keep data-id=\"f8287143-fa89-4c60-af85-0726f3cfc5b8\">What is the best 65-inch TV right now?<\/h2>\n<p data-keep class=\"u-speakableText-p2\">After testing many of the <span><span>best TVs for the money<\/span><\/span>, my favorite 65-inch TV from 2026 is the QM8L, which replaces the equally impressive <span><span>TCL QM8K series<\/span><\/span>. The QM8L is the best TV I have reviewed so far in 2026, and it offers an excellent, punchy picture quality with a high brightness. The QM8L also includes all the features you need in a new television &#8212; including <span><span>4K\/120Hz input and variable refresh rate<\/span><\/span> for consoles like the\u00a0<span><span>PS5<\/span><\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<span><span>Xbox Series X<\/span><\/span> &#8212; and is the best way to get a great picture for the least amount of money. On the other hand, if you feel like splurging on the best picture quality I&#8217;ve seen in recent years, then the <span><span>new LG G6 OLED<\/span><\/span> is the way to go.<\/p>\n<p data-keep>Although the QM8L is my current favorite, it might not be right for your preferences or budget. If you want the best 65-inch TV under $500, the 2025 Hisense QD7QF series is the standout of the ones I&#8217;ve tested.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline g-outer-spacing-bottom-large g-text-xxsmall c-shortcodeVideoInline_play\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_img\">\n<figure class=\"c-globalImage\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImage_cmsImage\"><img src alt height=\"306\" width=\"768\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_txt g-text-xxsmall\"><strong>Watch this:<\/strong> These 4 TVs Have the Best Picture Quality in 2025\n      <\/div>\n<p><time class=\"c-shortcodeVideoInline_time\"><span class=\"g-text-xxxsmall\">03:36<\/span><\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"65d52c28-ee1d-47c6-a660-d23a7bf55600\" data-ng-block=\"{\" data-keep data-id=\"65d52c28-ee1d-47c6-a660-d23a7bf55600\">Best 65-inch TVs in 2026<\/h2>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-id=\"listicle-9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-techprodid=\"0c5665ef-dbcf-4a30-90af-23925f250b3c\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"TCL QM8L TV against a purple wall\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Matthew Murray\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/ac84fcfc3fcc37be6d583c90d1168716f2caafb4\/hub\/2026\/06\/30\/0995ad82-764b-419b-ba54-b00da6bdbd0f\/tcl-qm8l-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Matthew Murray\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignStart\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" data-id=\"9f58ec5d-fcab-4700-8485-9be050390a97\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV for 2026<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    TCL QM8L<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_badges g-outer-spacing-bottom-small g-outer-spacing-top-medium u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-wrap c-bestListListicle_badges-hasEditorsChoice\">\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge g-color-white c-bestListListicle_productRating g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall c-reviewScoreBadge-inline\"><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_rating\"><br \/>\n    8.6<br \/>\n  <\/span><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_overall\"><br \/>\n    \/10<br \/>\n  <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_cnetScore u-text-uppercase\">\n    SCORE\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The TCL QM8L is one of the brightest TVs yet\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  This TV has excellent color and contrast\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The TCL is simply great for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  LG C6 OLED has better contrast at the same price\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  More reflective of ambient light than its peers\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>If you&#8217;re looking for the ideal combination of picture quality, brightness and gaming compatibility,this is the best TV I&#8217;ve seen in 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:<\/strong> \u00a0The QM8L improves on the award-winning\u00a0QM8K\u00a0in almost every meaningful way, and it still manages to take on more expensive TVs and win. It&#8217;s brighter, it&#8217;s more colorful (thanks to Super Quantum Dots)\u00a0and it&#8217;s great for gaming. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>\u00a0There is nothing out there right now that can match the TCL QM8L when it comes to the combination of performance and value for money.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $1,800 at Amazon\n      <\/div>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $2,500 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<div data-v-0ea4bff7>\n        $1,798 at Walmart\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        TCL QM8L review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-id=\"listicle-28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-techprodid=\"f329aa9a-5657-4fa5-87b2-f7e88981dd69\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"LG G6 OLED on a table\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/84e2a864c93304e6a5ef8b52802d8521b3d5ca5f\/hub\/2026\/05\/12\/c479bd26-e9b3-40be-8e53-6db1cfa0e954\/lg-g6-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" data-id=\"28ef9691-f099-4bbe-88fd-988402459b60\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV you can buy<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    LG G6 OLED<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_badges g-outer-spacing-bottom-small g-outer-spacing-top-medium u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-wrap\">\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge g-color-white c-bestListListicle_productRating g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall c-reviewScoreBadge-inline\"><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_rating\"><br \/>\n    8.7<br \/>\n  <\/span><span class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_overall\"><br \/>\n    \/10<br \/>\n  <\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"c-reviewScoreBadge_cnetScore u-text-uppercase\">\n    SCORE\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The LG G6 has excellent contrast\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Antireflective coating is one of the best\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Its brightness is great for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Green tinge on off-axis viewing\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Not as color accurate as the LG G5\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re looking for the best possible picture and don&#8217;t mind paying for it, the LG G6 stands out in the 4K OLED TV market. It&#8217;s great for home theater fans, but is also perfect for use in lit rooms thanks to the improved anti-reflective coating. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance: <\/strong>The picture quality of the LG G6 is among the best I have seen in 2026, with saturated colors, excellent contrast and ultra-fine detail. It&#8217;s not quite as good as the LG G5 it replaces in terms of color accuracy and black levels, but it&#8217;s very close, and the G6&#8217;s anti-reflective screen is the best I&#8217;ve ever seen. It manages the delicate trade-off between reducing reflected light and maintaining black levels masterfully.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview:<\/strong> The LG G6 offers excellent 4K image quality, beating any other non-OLED TV I&#8217;ve compared it against. The main downside is that it still costs a ton, and most people &#8212; even those with bright rooms &#8212; will be perfectly happy with a less expensive TV like the G5.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$3,400 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        LG G6 OLED review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-id=\"listicle-820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-techprodid=\"624567a3-c9f7-4760-9190-cdc9b482bff5\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"pxl-20250702-213859338-mp\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/83439813cf1bb70eb39cd7dd7b4f5c30a1439faa\/hub\/2025\/07\/16\/7aec4a7b-cb2b-445d-92a0-931e3fc64250\/pxl-20250702-213859338-mp.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" data-id=\"820d9215-977d-44ad-bc7e-4c308130eb1d\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best 65-inch TV for gaming<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    Samsung S90F OLED TV<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The Samsung S90F boasts excellent image quality\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Fast motion for gamers\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  It&#8217;s expensive\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  It lacks the step-up model&#8217;s glare free coating\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for:<\/strong> The Samsung S90F offers the holy grail for gamers &#8212; excellent picture quality, fast response times and high brightness &#8212; and at a much more affordable price than the step-up S95F.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:<\/strong> With lag times under 10ms it&#8217;s about as fast as a TV with this level of picture quality can get, and with support for 144Hz VRR there&#8217;s no screen tearing or other immersion-destroying artifacts. It&#8217;s also great for just watching movies with deep, deep black levels and very finely saturated colors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>At its current $1,600 price on sale there is very little else to compete with the S90F, as not even the TCL QM8K can offer the same kind of picture quality or amount of gaming chops.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$1,398 at Amazon\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        Samsung S90F OLED TV review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-bestListListicle\">\n<div id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-id=\"listicle-73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-techprodid=\"bef143e8-b3b1-43df-99f8-7271b7b71dc6\" data-cy=\"bestListListicle\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_container\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-column\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_editorial\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_masthead u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery c-bestListListicle_gallery c-bestListGallery-bestListListicle-test\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_carousel\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-bestListGallery_image\"><img src alt=\"Hisense QD7 1 set up on a table\" height=\"306\" width=\"327\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"c-bestListGallery_info u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\"><figcaption><span class=\"c-bestListGallery_credits\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"c-globalModal\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_contentWrapper\">\n<div class=\"c-globalModal_content c-globalImageCarousel c-globalModal_listicleRedesign\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\"><span class=\"g-color-white\">Photo Gallery<\/span><span class=\"g-color-white\">1\/1<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_figure\">\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_carousel g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-globalImageCarousel_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/88bd6190d6a0a926c640fd8425a630298d12f70d\/hub\/2025\/09\/25\/52dab499-aa44-4220-bac6-97536d11be9e\/hisense-qd7-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;fit=crop&amp;height=236&amp;width=420\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption>\n<div class=\"c-globalImageCarousel_credits g-color-black g-text-xxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_headerContainer u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-column\">\n<h2 id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" data-id=\"73ab4c98-ce54-4846-af39-158949e23646\" class=\"c-bestListListicle_subhed\">\n                  Best budget 65-inch TV<br \/>\n                <\/h2>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_header\">\n<h3 class=\"c-bestListListicle_hed\">\n                    Hisense QD7QF<br \/>\n                  <\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_details\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_prosCons u-grid\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_pros\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Pros<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  The best picture quality I&#8217;ve ever seen under $500\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  This TV boasts excellent black levels and shadow detail\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Best response times in its class for gaming\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListicle_cons\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox-row u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">\n<h4 class=\"c-bestListListicle_attribute g-text-bold\">Cons<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"c-bestListListicle_value\">\n                  Fire TV interface is less user-friendly than a Roku TV\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_descriptionContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_description c-bestListListicle_description-clamp\">\n<p><strong>Who is it best for: <\/strong>Whether you&#8217;re a gamer or just want a TV that will fit in the bedroom the Hisense QD7QF is a really good choice. It has a very punchy picture for the money and plenty of streaming options.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance:  <\/strong>The Hisense QD7QF delivers a fantastic picture for an affordable price. The black levels and shadow detail are a cut above anything else at the price thanks to its mini-LED backlight. The TV has onboard streaming and the sound quality isn&#8217;t too bad either. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview: <\/strong>In terms of the best bang-for-buck, the Hisense QD7QF is the most impressive TV I have tested so far. Its picture quality far surpasses any other unit at the price and makes movies and games look amazing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore\">\n<div><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-ellipsis\">\u00a0&#8230;<\/span><span class=\"c-bestListListicle_readMore-link\">Show more<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div data-cy=\"bestListListicle_cta\" class=\"c-bestListButtons c-bestListListicle_buttonWrap\">\n<div class=\"c-bestListButtons_ctaText o-cta\">Get it now<\/div>\n<div data-location=\"BODY\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_buttonContainer u-flexbox c-bestListButtons_link u-flexbox-wrap\" data-v-0ea4bff7>$600 at Best Buy\n      <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-bestListListicle_review\">\n<div class=\"o-cta g-outer-spacing-bottom-small\">Learn more<\/div>\n<p>        Hisense QD7QF review\n       <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"b204f017-aa8d-4f45-908a-f1f7193d5746\" data-id=\"b204f017-aa8d-4f45-908a-f1f7193d5746\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">TVs I Also Tested<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large c-shortcodeImage-hasCaption\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/5845917f0edea9b36200c6f27058c10525ec0b42\/hub\/2025\/04\/21\/f877ae15-5bf9-4679-97aa-3f1736a22fbe\/lg-g5-1.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"LG G5 OLED on a AV unit\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_caption g-inner-spacing-right-small g-text-xxsmall\"><\/p>\n<p>LG G5 OLED<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">Ty Pendlebury\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">LG G5<\/span>: The LG G5 is a fantastic television with the brightest OLED screen I have ever tested. If you want the best of both world&#8217;s &#8212; OLED&#8217;s deep blacks but with the pop of an LCD &#8212; then the G5 is the way to go. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the LG G5.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">TCL QM8K<\/span>: The TCL QM8K offers performance that approaches OLED but at a significant discount, especially compared to the newer version, making it suited to people who want a great picture for the least amount of money. Read my <span><span>review of the TCL QM8K<\/span><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">Hisense U8N:<\/span> If you&#8217;re looking for the best TV for the money, and the TCL QM8 is significantly more expensive at the time you read this, the Hisense U8N should be your go-to. I compared the two TVs side by side, and while I liked the QM8 just a bit better, the U8K is an excellent choice as well. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the Hisense U8N.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeCommerceLink\">LG C5<\/span>: The LG C5 is a great TV with all of the shadow detail, contrast and color accuracy you could want for, but &#8230; the availability of the C4 (half the price) and the G5 (even better for a few hundred more) means that you can currently skip the C5. Read CNET&#8217;s review of the LG C5.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"f47932bf-152a-4240-9803-42e29097ac34\" data-id=\"f47932bf-152a-4240-9803-42e29097ac34\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">Factors to Consider When Choosing a 65-inch TV<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<p>With all of the TVs available today, and all of the technical terms and jargon associated with television technology, it can be tough to figure out what&#8217;s important. Here&#8217;s a quick guide to help cut through the confusion.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Picture quality: <\/strong>Broadly speaking, the type of display technology helps dictate how good a TV&#8217;s picture quality is, but OLED is typically the best display technology, and this is followed by LCD (including QLED, and Mini LED). OLED tends to look the best because it doesn&#8217;t need a backlight, and every pixel can be either on or off, leading to great black levels. In comparison, each LED in a backlight illuminates multiple pixels at a time so it isn&#8217;t as precise &#8212; it&#8217;s not yet 1:1. Even so, look for full-array local dimming, mini-LED and 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) do help improve the picture in my experience. Additionally, if a TV uses Quantum Dots it often leads to better color performance, whether it&#8217;s an OLED or an LCD.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong>\u00a0TVs range in price from $100 to more than $2,000. Smaller screens are cheaper, well-known brands are more expensive and spending more money can also get you better image quality. Most entry-level TVs have a good enough picture for most people, but TVs last a long time so it might be worth spending more to get a better picture. It&#8217;s also best to shop for a TV in the fall when prices are lower.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Screen size:<\/strong>\u00a0Bigger is better in our book. We recommend a size of at least 43 inches for a bedroom TV and at least 55 inches for a living room or main TV and 65 inches or larger is best. Stepping up in TV screen size is a better use of your money than any feature. One of the most common complaints we&#8217;ve heard is from people who regret that they didn&#8217;t go big enough when they bought a TV. We almost never hear people complain that their TV is too large.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brightness: <\/strong>One of the biggest variables when buying a TV is how bright it can get. In general, LCD and LED tend to be the brightest types with up to 3,000 nits of brightness in my testing, which is very bright. As a comparison, HDR streaming on Netflix is usually capped at 1,000 nits, and this is enough for most people. Paying more for a TV usually means you&#8217;re paying for a brighter picture, and 4K Blu-rays and consoles can make the most of this extra brightness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong>\u00a0Among entry-level TVs the most important feature is what kind of smart TV system the TV uses. Among midrange models, look for a feature including full-array local dimming, mini-LED and 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) do help improve the picture in our experience. Among high-end TVs, OLED technology is your best bet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"4394e358-6901-407e-8780-7caebae6a087\" data-id=\"4394e358-6901-407e-8780-7caebae6a087\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">How CNET tests TVs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<figure class=\"c-shortcodeImage u-clearfix c-shortcodeImage-large\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeImage_imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeImage_image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnet.com\/a\/img\/resize\/c2eefae69026b14c82c3eeb056e4d2113d3ddef1\/hub\/2022\/04\/25\/d2489818-8919-4ae6-afd0-83bb8a2ec58b\/how-we-test-tv-lab-nyc-2022-david-katzmaier-008.jpg?auto=webp&amp;width=768\" alt=\"David Katzmaier comparing test screens on TVs in the CNET lab\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption><span class=\"c-shortcodeImage_credit g-inner-spacing-right-small g-outer-spacing-top-xsmall g-color-text-meta g-text-xxxsmall\">Bobby Oliver\/CNET<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In every CNET TV review, I compare three or more similar TVs side by side in a dedicated, light-controlled test lab. With each review I employ a rigorous, unbiased evaluation process that has been honed in more than two decades of TV reviews. I test TVs with a combination of scientific measurements and real-world evaluations of TV, movies and gaming content.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure I can evaluate the picture quality of every TV I employ the use of an AVPro Connect 8&#215;8 4K HDR splitter so each one receives the same signal. I test the TVs using various lighting conditions playing different media, including 4K HDR movies and console games, across a variety of test categories, from color to video processing to gaming to HDR.<\/p>\n<p>To measure each TV, I use specialized equipment to grade according to light output and color. My hardware includes a Konica Minolta CS-2000 spectroradiometer and a Murideo Six-G 4K HDR signal generator. I use\u00a0Portrait Displays CalMan Ultimate software to evaluate every TV I review according to its brightness, black levels and color.<\/p>\n<p>My reviews also account for such things as features, design, smart TV performance, connectivity including HDMI inputs and gaming compatibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard_header-noToggle\">\n<h2 id=\"4c6f58b7-a35f-44fa-ab7b-a6f7233e4bf6\" data-id=\"4c6f58b7-a35f-44fa-ab7b-a6f7233e4bf6\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">TV brightness according to CNET&#8217;s testing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<p>One important aspect of image quality I test is overall brightness using the CS-2000 spectroradiometer. Here&#8217;s how brightness compares in nits across select TVs listed above; you can also read about why TVs are getting brighter.<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeCodeSnippet\">\n<div>\n    \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Check out\u00a0how we test TVs\u00a0for more details.<\/p>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeGallery g-inner-spacing-top-large g-inner-spacing-bottom-large g-border-thin-light-top g-border-thin-light-bottom\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_hed g-text-small g-outer-spacing-bottom-medium\">\n    Take a Tour Inside CNET&#8217;s TV Test Lab<br \/>\n  <\/h3>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_grid u-grid u-grid-3column u-grid-gap-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"360\" width=\"640\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"172\" width=\"306\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<figure>\n<div class=\"c-cmsImage c-shortcodeGallery_cmsImageContainer\"><img src alt height=\"172\" width=\"306\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"c-shortcodeGallery_more g-color-white g-text-bold u-flexbox u-flexbox-alignCenter u-flexbox-justifyCenter\"><br \/>\n        +13 More<br \/>\n      <\/span><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"g-text-xxsmall\">See all photos<\/span><\/div>\n<p>For more TV advice, check out\u00a0our guide to buying a TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCard\" class=\"c-infoCard g-outer-spacing-bottom-large c-infoCard-izeBestList izeBorder\">\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardHeader\" class=\"c-infoCard_header u-flexbox u-flexbox-justifyBetween u-flexbox-alignCenter g-outer-spacing-bottom-large\">\n<h2 id=\"04d874e2-0058-424a-99fe-f0354dd135f2\" data-id=\"04d874e2-0058-424a-99fe-f0354dd135f2\" class=\"c-infoCard_hed g-color-primary\">Best 65-inch TV FAQs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div data-cy=\"infoCardDek\" class=\"c-infoCard_dek\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default\">\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-9b48b0e3-f8c0-4914-bb30-12c841b5e54d\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How much should I spend on a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Prices for 65-inch TVs vary widely by technology type and features, from less than $500 for TVs like the Hisense QD7QF to more than $2,000 for OLED models. TVs last a long time so I think it&#8217;s worthwhile to spend a little extra beyond the bare minimum to get a bigger screen, better picture quality or better features. With that in mind, $1,000 is a ballpark price for a very good 65-inch TV in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>You could pay (much) more or less. The fact is, just about any TV will produce a picture decent enough to satisfy most viewers. Most complaints you read in user reviews aren&#8217;t about picture quality. Instead, they&#8217;re about ease of use, smart TV menus or sound (or a broken TV).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-4a863dcc-6919-4398-9a0a-eafbf7d20c3d\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How far back should you sit from a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Only a few years ago a 65-inch TV was considered &#8220;big&#8221;, but now, 85- and even 100-inch TVs are surprisingly affordable. That said, there are a number of recommendations for seating distance from a 65-inch but the most realistic is from the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers. It says that your TV needs to be around 3\/5ths in diagonal of the seating distance. So for a 65-inch screen you need to be at least 8.66 feet away. Even closer than that is better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-7cc6b4a6-eb8b-45d6-ad8d-ab36bccd15d2\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">What size room is best for a 65 inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>It depends on your room size, seating distance and personal taste. For a standard living room or larger bedroom, a 65-inch TV is excellent, but for massive rooms,\u00a0we recommend a larger TV, say a 75- or even 85-inch model, if you can afford it. If you sit closer to the screen you don&#8217;t need as large a TV for the best experience. For maximum theatrical impact, according to THX and SMPTE, you should be between 6.5 and 9 feet from a 65-inch screen, although many viewers will find it more comfortable to sit a bit further back than that. Nearly every 65-inch TV has 4K resolution, and if you have 20\/20 vision you can sit as close as about 4 feet and still not discern individual pixels.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-42fc9e33-3f22-43fc-a676-1568d6f7c2a8\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How wide is a 65-inch TV?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>Most 65-inch TVs\u00a0measure between 56 and 58 inches wide. Because the frames around newer TV screens are typically quite narrow, 65-inch TV widths don&#8217;t vary much. Models with slim frames are on the lower end &#8212; the 65-inch LG C3 measures 56.7 inches wide for example, while the thicker-framed 65-inch TCL 4-Series is 57.4 inches wide. If you&#8217;re not planning to wall-mount the TV, you generally want the piece of furniture supporting the TV to measure at least as wide as the TV itself, and preferably a few inches wider. Refer to the manufacturer&#8217;s website for the exact dimensions of a particular 65-inch TV.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_readMore o-inText-link o-inText-link-lightBg\"><br \/>\n      Show more<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id data-cy=\"shortcodeListicle\" data-id=\"listicle-25bb300e-ab98-4989-a8b0-9d1432ac5ec8\" data-location=\"LIST\" class=\"c-shortcodeListicle g-border-thin-light-top g-inner-spacing-bottom-medium g-inner-spacing-left-large g-inner-spacing-right-large c-shortcodeListicle-infoCard c-shortcodeListicle-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_text\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heading g-outer-spacing-top-large\">\n<div class=\"u-flexbox\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_heds u-flexbox-column u-flex-grow u-flexbox-justifyCenter\">\n<h3 class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_hed g-text-medium g-outer-spacing-bottom-xsmall\">How much does a 65-inch TV weigh?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicle_dek c-shortcodeListicleDek g-color-text-meta c-shortcodeListicleDek-bestListInfoCard\">\n<div class=\"c-shortcodeListicleDek_clamp\">\n<div class=\"c-ShortcodeContent c-ShortcodeContent-theme:default sm:u-col-2 md:u-col-6 lg:u-col-12\">\n<p>A 65-inch TV weighs between 37 and 75 pounds with its stand, but this varies significantly depending on the type of TV. Removing the stand &#8212; which often consists of a pair of little legs under the panel &#8212; allows you to wall-mount the TV and reduces its weight slightly (stands weigh between 1 and 8 pounds). Shipping weight (box, accessories, etc.) of 65-inch TVs ranges from 45 to 91 pounds. 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